Conger Eel
Conger conger
FR Congre · ES Congrio · PT Safio · IT Grongo · DE Meeraal
Also known as: CongerCongroCongrioCongreMeeraalGrongoSafio
BenthicShoreBoat
Deepwater
Score
—
Prime time
Night; over low‑light periods year‑round.
Depth
0–100m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jun–SepGood May–Oct
Depth range
0–100mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Bottom fishing / ledgering60%
Vertical / shore jigging60%
Preferred seabed
Rock
Findr bio
Looking for someone who gets me. I come out at night, year-round. Bonus points if you've got whole fish or squid...
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Deep waterPier harborRocky shoreWreck reef
Recommended baits
Fish baitsSquid
Diet
Small fishShrimpCrabCephalopods
Effective techniques
Bottom FishingRunning Ledger
Gear
Best times
Night
Britain’s record shore fish is a giant conger—over 130 lb.
Field notes
Where to find them
Atlantic, Mediterranean, English Channel
Where they hang out
Harbour walls, rocky gullies; 5–30 m.
Prime time
Night; over low‑light periods year‑round.
Tide game
Low–moderate; prefers steady run around structure.
What they're into
Whole fish/squid, fish heads
Temperature vibe
Feeds across wide range; slightly better in mild water.
Fave weather
Unfazed by swell; dirty water fine if baits are scented.
Fun fact about me
Britain’s record shore fish is a giant conger—over 130 lb.
Dinner material?
8/10Solid dinner choice
Play by the rules
Handling care; some areas limit retention—check local laws.UK IFCA/MMO; Ireland SFPA; France OFB; Spain MAPA.
Looking after them
Least Concern
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